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Rhode Island House Bill H6231

Rhode Island 2025 Regular Session

Rhode Island House Bill H6231

Introduced
4/11/25  

Caption

Allows for the issuance of a Class B liquor license for the property located at 1441 Mineral Spring Avenue in the town of North Providence.

Impact

The passage of HB 6231 would directly affect state laws governing the sale of alcoholic beverages, particularly the licensing process for retail establishments. This bill introduces provisions that might ease the path for businesses seeking to obtain liquor licenses in proximity to schools and places of worship, provided they meet outlined criteria. Thus, the bill presents potential to stimulate local economic activity and entrepreneurship by offering more accessible licensing options.

Summary

House Bill 6231 aims to amend the General Laws related to alcoholic beverages and retail licenses. Specifically, it allows for the issuance of a Class B liquor license for a property located at 1441 Mineral Spring Avenue in North Providence. This amendment is particularly focused on local business operations within the designated area and seeks to conform to certain zoning regulations and conditions.

Contention

While the bill's aim is to foster business growth, it raises concerns among residents and certain advocacy groups about the implications for public safety and community standards. Critics may argue that allowing liquor licenses closer to sensitive areas, such as schools and places of worship, could adversely impact the community's environment. As such, discussions around this bill may provoke differing opinions on maintaining public health and safety versus promoting economic development.

Latest H6231 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

RI S0989

Allows for the issuance of a Class T liquor license by the town of Jamestown.

RI H5032

Allows for the issuance of a Class T liquor license by the town of Jamestown.

RI H5885

Allows holders of a Class P license to purchase alcoholic beverages from either a retail or wholesale establishment in the State of Rhode Island.

RI S0217

Allows holders of a Class P license to purchase alcoholic beverages from either a retail or wholesale establishment in the State of Rhode Island.

RI S0073

Allows for the holder of a manufacturer's license to be able to sell one one-sixth (1/6) barrel key of malt beverage, produced on the premises, per day.

RI S0620

Prohibits the holding of multiple drivers licenses or identification cards and would change the term "re-constructed salvage" to "rebuilt salvage" for purposes of the Rhode Island salvage law.

RI H5929

Prohibits the holding of multiple drivers licenses or identification cards and would change the term "re-constructed salvage" to "rebuilt salvage" for purposes of the Rhode Island salvage law.

RI H5449

Repeals § 3-7-19 which prohibits retail liquor licenses within two hundred feet (200') of schools and religious institutions.

Similar Bills

RI H6091

Allows Central Falls to exempt the property located at 913-915 Dexter Street, AP 7, Lot 156 from the law that prohibits any proposed retailers’ license of any class located within two hundred feet (200') of the premises of a school or place of worship.

RI H5031

Allows for the issuance of Class BV liquor licenses for the properties located at 94 Carpenter Street and 1023 Broad Street, both in the city of Providence.

RI S0756

Allows for the issuance of a Class BV liquor license for the property located at 865 Westminster Street in the city of Providence.

RI H6135

Allows for the issuance of a Class B liquor license for the property located at 1039 Douglas Avenue in the city of Providence.

RI H6230

Allows for the issuance of a Class BV liquor license for the property located at 865 Westminster Street in the city of Providence.

RI H5449

Repeals § 3-7-19 which prohibits retail liquor licenses within two hundred feet (200') of schools and religious institutions.

RI S0364

Provides that exemptions to the prohibition of liquor licenses within two hundred feet (200') of schools or places of worship do not eliminate neighboring property owners’ remonstrance rights to object to the license.

RI H6070

Provides that exemptions to the prohibition of liquor licenses within two hundred feet (200') of schools or places of worship do not eliminate neighboring property owners’ remonstrance rights to object to the license.